As a physiotherapist, knowing the latest developments in dermocosmetic treatments and approaches will help you to increase your personal and professional growth possibilities. Don't let this opportunity slip away"

The skin is an organ of great importance not only for health, but also at an aesthetic level. In this sense, social awareness of the importance of skin care is increasing and dermocosmetic treatments are a great ally at the service of people, as they help to counteract the effects of aging, reduce wrinkles, eliminate blemishes or simply improve radiance. This applies not only to the face, but also to the body.

Consequently, as concern for the state of skin health grows among people, so does the need for dermocosmetic centers to have the latest and most innovative skills and tools in the sector. In this way, enjoying an adequate update of knowledge makes the diagnosis and the choice of the most appropriate treatment to be carried out effectively, making your service to live up to what patients expect.

In the specific field of Physiotherapy, Dermocosmetics allows the professional to learn the most appropriate techniques when applying certain types of massages with the aim of eliminating flaccidity, improving muscles or eliminating unwanted cellulite. For this reason, during this professional master’s degree, an intensive tour of the different types of massages existing in Dermocosmetics, their means of application and the immediate or long-term results they provide will be carried out.

Therefore, students who complete this excellent program will be able, thanks to the new knowledge they will obtain, to improve their prestige and offer new and innovative services to their patients. All this, due to the eminently practical approach of this degree, its innovative teaching methodology and its complete contents, which will guarantee professional success and better economic and job promotion prospects.

Skin care is essential in today's society. Specialize and contribute to the well-being of your patients"

This professional master’s degree in Dermocosmetics contains the most complete and up-to-date scientific program on the market. The most important features include:

• The development of practical cases presented by experts in Dermocosmetics and Physiotherapy
• The graphic, schematic, and practical contents with which they are created, provide scientific and practical information on the disciplines that are essential for professional practice
• Practical exercises where self-assessment can be used to improve learning
• Its special emphasis on innovative methodologies
• Theoretical lessons, questions to the expert, debate forums on controversial topics, and individual reflection assignments
• Content that is accessible from any fixed or portable device with an Internet connection

Dermocosmetics is a booming discipline. Take this degree and improve your salary prospects thanks to the new skills you will learn"

The program’s teaching staff includes professionals from the sector who contribute their work experience to this educational program, as well as renowned specialists from leading societies and prestigious universities.

The multimedia content, developed with the latest educational technology, will provide the professional with situated and contextual learning, i.e., a simulated environment that will provide immersive education programmed to learn in real situations.

This program is designed around Problem-Based Learning, whereby the professional must try to solve the different professional practice situations that arise during the course. For this purpose, the student will be assisted by an innovative interactive video system created by renowned and experienced experts. 

Thanks to this degree you will master the best techniques of Physiotherapy to apply dermocosmetic massages"

You will be able to offer new and innovative services when you finish this professional master’s degree"

The main objective of this professional master’s degree in Dermocosmetics is to offer students the latest knowledge in the field, so that they can become true specialists in aesthetic skin care. To this end, physiotherapists will have at their disposal an excellent syllabus that will guarantee the updating of their knowledge. In this way, they will be able to give massages for dermocosmetic purposes in an effective way and to offer new services to their patients.

Your goal of becoming the best physiotherapist specialized in Dermocosmetics, able to provide the best care to your patients will become a reality thanks to the tools provided by this professional master’s degree"

General Objectives

• Update and reinforce the knowledge in dermatology necessary for the correct care of Dermocosmetics Physiotherapy patients
• Acquire the fundamental knowledge of all anti-aging modalities and aesthetic treatments, incorporating the necessary tools to perform this specialty in daily practice
• Comprehensively manage the aesthetic patient, being able to make an accurate diagnosis and apply the most appropriate treatment
• Offer the physiotherapist the necessary tools and guidelines to deal efficiently with the different dermatological pathologies
• Reinforce the role of the physiotherapist in the treatment of these pathologies
• Identify the role of treatments in the prevention and treatment of dermatological pathologies
• Know the general characteristics of the skin and its anatomy
• Know how to differentiate and deal with the most common topical pathologies today
• Get to know the basic characteristics of dermocosmetic treatments for the face
• Get to know the basic characteristics of dermocosmetic treatments for the body
• Discern between the most effective treatments in each case
• In-depth study of the most effective hair care treatments currently available

Specific Objectives

Module 1. Aesthetic Physiotherapy

• Know the basics of dermo-aesthetic physiotherapy
• Know how to structure the organization of the dermo-aesthetic physiotherapy practice
• Correctly handle the hygienic and sanitary protocols in the dermo-aesthetic physiotherapy office
• Know how to manage sanitary waste
• Delve into the legal aspects that should govern health care in dermo-aesthetic physiotherapy

Module 2. Aging and Cosmetic Assessment in Aesthetic Physiotherapy

• Present the historical background on which anti-aging medicine is based
• Define and become familiar with the most frequently used concepts in anti-aging medicine
• Examine the most accepted theories of aging and interrelate them with each other
• Understand the aging mechanisms associated with mitochondria
• Define telomere-related aging processes
• Establish the relationship between immunosenescence, aging and disease onset
• Analyze the importance of circadian rhythms in aging and acquire the skills to treat their alterations in an appropriate manner
• Assess the importance of the exposome in aging and generate channels to adapt it to the needs and expectations of the individual

Module 3. Skin

• Know the anatomical structures of the skin
• Explore other areas related to the skin: hair, nails, sebaceous and sweat glands, etc.
• Analyze the different functions of the skin
• Know which are the different skin cares according to the patient's stage of life
• In-depth knowledge of the effects of solar radiation on the skin and the different means of photoprotection
• Learn the different types of Skin
• Understand the basics of facial hygiene
• Know the different moisturizing techniques for the skin

Module 4. Most Frequent Dermatological Pathologies

• Gain up-to-date knowledge on the different issues that may come up the community pharmacy, examining the different therapeutic approaches, both for treatment and prevention
• Develop a proposal of action protocols for each pathology described
• Define what is known as sensitive or reactive skin
• Analyze the different types of acne, and discover which ones we can address in the community pharmacy
• Delve into the study of alopecia, the differential characteristics between men and women and its evolution
• Approach the study of xerosis from a dermatological point of view, analyzing which diseases or treatments most commonly produce it, and what symptoms they present
• Differentiate existing treatments for hyperhidrosis
• Analyze the different types of dermatitis, their characteristics and their particular casuistry
• Define the different pigmentation transients, their treatment and possible preventive measures
• Analyze rosacea and its different stages, in order to facilitate its recognition and make a correct indication
• Delve into the study of psoriasis, addressing all its types and stages, the different existing treatments and preventive measures
• Address other pathologies with pruritus such as urticaria and angioedema
• Differentiate between the different existing treatments for scalp desquamative conditions
• Define less frequent pathologies such as toxicoderma or hydrosadenitis
• Analyze the different types of skin lesions that can be encountered and how they can be approached by the community pharmacy
• Study the different types of pathogens that can cause skin infections or infestations
• List the various dermatological pathologies caused by pathogenic agents
• Address the different pathologies that may appear in the oral cavity
• Update the different treatments used in nail and phanera conditions

Module 5. Physiotherapy in Hair Removal

• Deepen in the aspects, classification and influence of laser hair removal
• Know the aspects, classification and influence of photoepilation with pulsed light
• Understanding the objectives of laser hair removal
• Know how to program and work with laser hair removal equipment
• Manage the correct procedures and informed consent for performing laser hair removal
• Know the protection measures for both professionals and clients in laser hair removal procedures

Module 6. Aesthetic Massage in Aesthetic Physiotherapy

• Know how to apply aesthetic massages for immediate effects
• Understanding the classification of massages
• Know the maneuvers applied to aesthetic body massage
• In-depth knowledge of the different types of existing massages, their effects and application mechanisms

Module 7. Peeling in Dermocosmetics

• Identify suitable patients for treatment, prepare the skin prior to treatment, and conduct effective monitoring and prescription of the Post-Peel treatment, depending on expected effects of each chemical agent or a combination of chemical agents
• Understand the possible adverse effects of peeling and their treatments
• Deepen in the types of peeling and common indications
• Examine the skin for adequate pre-preparation
• Delve into general cosmetic skin care
• Address pathologies such as acne or aging

Module 8. Nutrition Applied to Aesthetic Physiotherapy. Psychological Aspects of the Patient

• Establish the contribution of micronutrients to normal nutritional status
• Present the different types of functional foods, nutraceuticals, as well as the differences between the two
• Examining the health contribution of prebiotics and probiotics
• Identify the different food additives and their functions in foods
• Present specific types of diets and their contribution to improving the body's functions
• Examine the Intestinal Microbiota as a significant influence on the Human Microbiota and the rest of the body, how to study it, and its importance in clinical practice to maintain a good state of health

Module 9. Physical Activity: Sedentary Lifestyle and Obesity

• Examine the metabolic response during physical exercise
• Determine the different techniques for the physiological assessment of the patient
• Analyze the basic principles of sports training to develop an adapted physical activity plan
• Know the importance of physical activity on certain pathologies such as cancer, musculoskeletal, cardiovascular and respiratory pathologies
• Analyze trends for recovery and readaptation to effort
• Establish how obesity and sedentary lifestyles contribute to accelerated aging
• Determine the guidelines and indications for pharmacological treatment of obesity

Module 10. Care for Other Procedures and Treatments

• Acquire in-depth knowledge of different procedures and treatments such as fillers, botulinum toxin or support threads
• In-depth training in the use of PRP (Platelet Rich Plasma)
• Delve into the use of carboxytherapy, rhinomodeling and mentoplasty

TECH provides you with the latest tools and knowledge so that you can be the best physiotherapist specialized in Dermo-aesthetics in your region"